Comparison Console
Fenix E01 V2.0 vs SureFire Sidekick
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix E01 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Sidekick stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E01 V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1900% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E01 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 162% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E01 V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E01 V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1900% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E01 V2.0 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
Unknown
US$44
Weight
13 g (0.46 oz)Lightest
34 g (1.20 oz)Heaviest
Length
66.5 mm (2.62 in)Longest
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
100 lmLowest output
300 lmHighest output
Max candela
304 cdLowest candela
1100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
35 m (115 ft)Lowest
66 m (217 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1500 minLongest runtime
75 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
AAA alkaline or Ni-MH rechargeable
Integrated Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery
Charging type
Unknown
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
All-metal CNC machining with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Polymer/Aluminum Core
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryKeychain carryClose-range illumination
Everyday carry on keychainEmergency situationsGeneral utility uses
Common praise
Compact, lightweight, and easy to carry on keychainReliable and consistent output with simple twist operationLong runtime especially on low modeGood build quality with CNC machined metal body and hard-anodized finishIP68 waterproof and durable to 1 meter drop
Compact and lightweight keychain designHigh-performance LED with smooth broad beamRechargeable integrated battery with Micro-USB chargingSturdy pushbutton switch with mode accessGood runtime on all brightness levels
Common complaints
Output is modest at 100 lumens max, not suitable for high-demand tasksNo traditional switch, requires twisting the head to operate which some may find unusual
Limited impact resistance due to polymer constructionNot waterproof, only weather resistant (IPX4)No USB charging port cover allowing dust or water entry